An understanding of the concept of culture is useful if it helps us to recognise the values, assumptions and beliefs that we bring to our encounters with others. It can also help us to appreciate how others may be experiencing their engagement with us.

Both contribute to reducing the likelihood of cultural misunderstandings.

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We would not be able to do our work without the generous support of others.

Thanks to the ASB Community Trust for supporting us to provide free workshops for the public and for groups.

This website has been made possible by the J R McKenzie Trust as part of a grant to establish the Culture Matters project.

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